Collection: Adult

Have you ever wondered how grandmasters can see what's really going on in a chess position in just seconds? It's all about structures, as grandmaster and top coach Ivan Sokolov explains in his groundbreaking book, Winning Chess Middlegames. This classic chess manual has been updated with more than half of the games replaced by modern examples. Sokolov addresses the often-ignored yet extremely important topic of pawn structures. There are four main types: doubled pawns, isolated pawns, hanging pawns, and pawn majorities. With its highly accessible explanations and in-depth analyses of top-level games, this book helps you solve basic middlegame problems involving space, tension, and initiative. Club players who study this book will greatly enhance their middlegame skills, develop an accurate sense of which positions suit their style, and acquire new strategic and practical opening knowledge. Sokolov explains matters profoundly, honestly, and objectively, including lots of inside stories from top-level chess.

Three stories of instrumental side characters are explored in full, collected for the first time in a trade paperback graphic novel perfect for any Hellboy fan's library!

When did Rasputin find his calling to bring about Ragna Rok? How did the Visitor stay hidden on Earth for so long? And where did the legendary Sledgehammer armor really come from? These questions and more are answered in this new collection from the world of Hellboy!

Hellboy creator Mike Mignola is joined by John Arcudi, Chris Roberson, Laurence Campbell, Christopher Mitten, Dave Stewart, and others to bring these hidden corners of the Mignolaverse to light.

Collects Rasputin: The Voice of the Dragon, Sledgehammer 44, and The Visitor: How and Why He Stayed.

A hunt for a vampire pulls Geralt into a series of swindles, twists, and punch-ups.

Geralt arrives to a small town rumored to be under attack by a vampire. The bounty on its head is substantial, drawing in every two-bit monster hunter for miles, but the competition stiffens when another Witcher, wearing the medallion from the School of the Bear, joins the hunt.

Geralt is offered an advantage in the hunt by a peasant woman, but there's a catch, and a small issue of her being locked up in prison. And with an orphan boy appointing himself as Geralt's squire, the White Wolf finds himself with an unlikely team, and even more unlikely rivals, but are they after the same prize?

Collects The Witcher: The Bear and the Butterfly #1-#4.

When proud mermaid Muireann flees her climate-ravaged ocean in search of hope on land, she confronts human cruelty and body-shaming as she struggles to find her true home and voice. Caught between a dying ocean and a divided world, she must grapple between the sea that made her and the surface that might break her - in this stunning verse novel that reimagines The Little Mermaid.

Muireann is a mermaid - fierce, curious and proud of the body that keeps her warm beneath the waves. But life in the ocean is becoming impossible. The merfolk are at war with the human ramifications of climate change: food is scarce, and her twin sister has been killed in a mass-fishing net. With her mother lost in grief and her world falling apart, Muireann longs to escape to the surface to find some answers. But the human world isn't the haven she hoped for. It's colder, crueller - and here, her large body is seen not as strength, but as something to be ashamed of.

In this beautiful novel-in-verse, Muireann must find her voice and fight for where she belongs - whether that be beneath the waves, or above them.

Speak plain and to the purpose with this 3" tall cheeky miniature talking bust of The Bard!

Specifications: 3 1/2-inch talking bust of William Shakespeare that speaks eight phrases from his most famous works, such as "If music be the food of love, play on!" and "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet."
Illustrated miniature book included: A 32-page, 2-1/2 x 3-inch guide to all things Shakespeare, complete with a list of the works from which the quotes are featured.
The perfect gift for theatre and lit lovers alike: Whether you're a Shakespeare enthusiast, a lover of classic literature, or simply seeking a distinctive conversation piece, this bust serves as a tribute to the man whose words have shaped the world.

Includes button cell batteries.

The situation with Liz has been resolved, so Zenos shifts his focus to researching the Black Guild, a mysterious organization that closely guards all information about their members. Even so, he learns of an important figure within it who can supposedly heal any malady. Could it be his childhood friend and fellow student of healing magic, Velitra? Upon looking further into the matter, he suspects Velitra also has their old mentor's notes. Finding his old friend could be the key to learning more about their mysterious mentor...Will Zenos manage to infiltrate the Black Guild? And if he does, what secrets will he unveil?

The ABC's of the Erie Canal is a non-fiction children's book exemplifying the building and history of the Erie Canal. Researched and written by Joseph R. Zupan, the ABC's of the Erie Canal is a brilliant children's book. Beautifully illustrated by the talented Nancy Stewart, together, she and Joseph bring history to life. Ebook $8.99, paperback, $10.99, hardcover, $15.99

Step into the soul of Tokyo in this musical manga - a beautifully drawn collection of stories.

Fleeting encounters, forgotten records, and quiet moments speak volumes through Ryoichiro Kezuka's breathtaking art and storytelling.

For the first time in English, experience Record Journey Vol. 1, a captivating collection of short stories by Ryoichiro Kezuka that explores the quiet, powerful intersections of music, memory, and everyday life.

At the heart of these stories is a young woman working at a small record store in Tokyo. Each story introduces a new visitor to the shop--each with a unique past, a specific record in mind, and an emotional thread waiting to be uncovered. As the needle drops, so do the walls between strangers, revealing bittersweet moments, long-lost connections, and the smooth healing of sound.

Originally self-published before Kezuka's commercial debut, these stories are richly illustrated and emotionally resonant, blending slice-of-life realism with a gentle, introspective tone.

Kezuka, also known for Onban Kikou--a manga about forbidden pop music and jukebox mysteries--has carved a distinct place in the world of manga with his love for vinyl culture and human stories.
Record Journey is a must-read for music lovers, manga fans, and anyone who's ever found a memory hiding in a melody.

After Sammi Clover, a friendless high schooler has her world shattered when she's attacked by the monstrous Shadow Queen, she flees to the hidden, magical town of Ivy City. Beneath all of its heroic history and friendly residents, Ivy City has buried many dark, and dangerous mysteries. Here, Sammi finds herself caught in a dangerous prophecy that she is forbidden to speak about. To prove her innocence and go home she forms a reluctant alliance with the reckless and irresponsible Ash Collins. Both with their own sets of secrets, they must learn to fight shadows, uncover century old secrets and try to survive a world that wants them both dead

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A vivid portrait of the unsung American women from 1776 to today who changed the course of history in their fight for freedom and helped shape a more perfect union

"This terrific book reveals the central, though often hidden role that women have played at every stage of our country's history."--Doris Kearns Goodwin

Over a decades-long, distinguished career, award-winning journalist Norah O'Donnell has made it her mission to shed light on untold wom­en's stories. Now, in honor of America's 250th birthday, O'Donnell focuses that passion on the American heroines who helped change the course of history.

We the Women presents a fresh look at American his­tory through the eyes of women, introducing us to inspiring patriots who demanded that the country live up to the prom­ises made 250 years ago in the Declaration of Independence: "that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." Since the signing of that document, the pressing question from women has been: Why don't those unalienable rights apply to us?

Through extensive research and interviews, as well as historical documents and old photos, O'Donnell curates a compelling portrait of these fierce fighters for freedom. From Mary Katherine Goddard, who printed the first signed Declaration of Independence, to the Forten family women, who were active in the abolition and suffrage movements and were considered the "Black Founders" of Philadelphia, to the first women who served in the armed forces even before they had the right to vote, O'Donnell brings these extraordinary women together for the first time, and in doing so writes the American story anew.

An outrageous BL manga about work, unlikely friends, and problems down there! At age 40, Takanashi is in the prime of his life, heading up a high-performing sales team and driving all the ladies crazy. Yet he turns them all down, because he has trouble performing in the bedroom! What will he do when a rising star on his team finds out his secret?!

The second sales division at Itsuboshi Trading Company is headed up by Mr. Takanashi, one of the firm's top performer and a charismatic knockout at age 40. One of his subordinates is the equally hot, cool and calculating 26-year-old, Hiwatari. Practically every woman at the company has attempted to stir up an office romance with the magnetic Takanashi, but this dashing zaddy has turned them all down, because...he secretly has ED! Meanwhile, Hiwatari seems like a scary robot on the outside, but he's actually looked up to Takanashi since he started working with him four years ago. When Hiwatari gets a chance to spend the evening with Takanashi, he reveals more than he means to!

An irresistible love comedy between a hot older man with a shameful secret and a cunning underling who becomes an unlikely confidant in his quest to once more stand proud and, ahem...erect!

A poetic and fiercely moving Russian novel of tradition, change, and thwarted desire by an internationally celebrated writer from the Indigenous Nenets community of northern Siberia

Perfect for readers of Ceremony by Leslie Marmon Silko, the work of Louise Erdrich, and other emotionally powerful, lyrical narratives of global Indigenous communities

Providing rare, direct insight into the beauties and struggles of the Indigenous reindeer-herding Nenets community of the Russian north, White Moss tells a piercingly moving coming-of-age story of the conflict between individual dreams and collective life.

On the eve of his wedding, young Alyoshka pines for an earlier love. Ilne chose to leave the nomadic Nenets community behind 7 years before, moving to the city and taking his heart with her. As the seasons have passed and his mother has grown older, Alyoshka has been under increasing pressure to marry and fully embrace the Nenets' age-old customs of home and family. Unwilling to give up his hope for another life, the young man struggles against everything he has been taught to accept, while other painful transitions shake the stability of the small camp and minor human tragedies play out against the cold expanse of the tundra.

With bursts of lyricism and a Chekhovian eye for human frailty, Anna Nerkagi crafts a multi-voiced drama of tradition and change within her Indigenous community.

The digital hit samurai epic comes to print in 2-in-1 omnibuses! This historical action manga follows a Japanese warrior's journey to Europe in search of vengeance, at the height of the Thirty Years' War. Vinland Saga meets Shogun in this American Manga Awards-nominated masterwork.

Pinned down in the fortress of Jülich by Lorenzo and his vanguard of elite marksmen, Issak and his Dutch allies can do little but wait for the Spanish army to arrive and crush them. Spurred by Zetta's prediction of a moonless night, they embark on a desperate gambit to construct forward fortifications under the cover of darkness. But with the work proceeding slowly and the approaching dawn certain to leave them sitting ducks, Issak decides to roll the dice--racing forward at first light under a withering curtain of Dutch covering fire, he soon finds himself face to face with Lorenzo...

Extra-long omnibus edition contains Vol. 11-12 of the Japanese release.

What ancient secrets were left out of the Bible? Who were the Watchers, and why did their forbidden descent bring judgment upon the earth? What messages did Enoch receive when he walked among angels and entered the heavenly realms?

The Complete Books of Enoch 1-3, Jasher, Jubilees, and Giants (Large Print) opens a powerful door into the forgotten history of mankind, the celestial rebellion, and the spiritual mysteries that shaped early faith and apocalyptic thought. This carefully curated and beautifully formatted edition brings together six of the most profound ancient texts ever recorded-now presented in clear narrative style, large print for easy reading, and enhanced with stunning black-and-white illustrations that bring the stories vividly to life.

Inside this richly illustrated volume, you'll uncover:

The First Book of Enoch - revealing the fall of the Watchers and the origins of the Nephilim.

The Second Book of Enoch - a breathtaking journey through the Ten Heavens and the secrets of creation.

The Third Book of Enoch - where Enoch is transformed into the angel Metatron, ruler of heavenly hosts.

The Book of Jasher - a vivid retelling of Genesis and Exodus with expanded detail and depth.

The Book of Jubilees - a divine calendar that reshapes the history of time and law.

The Book of Giants - the haunting tale of the Nephilim and their final plea for mercy before the flood.

Perfect for students of Scripture, spiritual seekers, and lovers of ancient mystery, this edition is more than a book, it's a journey through cosmic history, divine justice, and heavenly realms.

Are angels still watching? Do the spirits of giants still roam the earth? What did Enoch see when he was taken up? The answers lie within these pages.

Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of biblical tradition or explore the lost wisdom of sacred history, this collection is an essential treasure.

What does a video game producer actually do?

The role of the video game producer is one of the most misunderstood jobs in the industry. When a game succeeds, the spotlight falls on designers, artists, and engineers. When a project struggles, the producer is often the one responsible for keeping the team aligned and the game moving forward.

In The Video Game Producer, industry veteran Casey Day shares lessons from more than fifteen years in game development. From competitive gaming and early online communities to professional development teams, this book connects real video game experiences to the skills required to lead game projects.

Every chapter begins with a video game story, a personal experience, or a familiar gameplay moment. Those experiences are then broken down into the production skills behind them: leadership, coordination, communication, planning, and team dynamics.

The central idea is simple:

If you play video games, you have already been practicing many of the skills required to become a producer.

Raids teach coordination. Competitive matches teach communication under pressure. Strategy games teach resource management and planning. Multiplayer teams teach leadership and trust.

Inside this book you will learn:

- What the role of a video game producer actually is

- How gaming experiences translate into real production skills

- Leadership and communication techniques used by successful teams

- Practical frameworks for managing scope, schedules, and morale

- How to develop the mindset required to guide creative teams

- Ways to continue training production skills through the games you play

This is not a traditional textbook. It is a practical field manual built from gaming experiences and industry lessons.

Whether you are an aspiring producer, a developer looking to understand leadership, or a gamer curious about how games are really made, this book shows how the experiences you already have can become the foundation for mastering game production.

Great games are not accidents.

They are built by teams.

And teams need leaders who serve.